Redlands Baseball Club Inc

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1. AUSTRALIAN BASEBALL HIERARCHY BASEBALL AUSTRALIA Baseball Australia Baseball Queensland Baseball Australia (BA) is the governing body for all levels of baseball throughout the Brisbane South Baseball Association country. Primarily responsible for the development of the sport; administration, conduct, participation, high performance and promotion, BA works with seven State and Territory associations and 600+ clubs across the country. 2. REDLANDS BASEBALL CLUB INC History BA also acts as the international liaison and represents Australian Baseball at all international Volunteer Recognition Program forums. They are a major stakeholder in the Australian Baseball League (ABL); the national Membership Fees league delivered in partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB).

3. ONLINE REGISTRATION BASEBALL QUEENSLAND Brand New Player Returning Players Baseball Queensland works closely with Baseball Australia and Queensland Government to lead, promote, develop, service and grow all levels of Baseball throughout Queensland and 4. CLUB SIGNAGE SPONSORSHIP position the sport as a mainstream sport and recreational activity in our state.

Baseball Queensland administers the U14, U16 and U20 competitions throughout 5. CURRENT SPONSORS Queensland. The state is broken into 7 regions who administer the younger players.

BRISBANE SOUTH BASEBALL ASSOCIATION

BSBA is responsible for administering all T-Ball, Rookie Ball and Little League baseball competitions within the Brisbane South Region. The association may also invite other regions to compete in age group Tournaments during the season.

The regions are also responsible for developing junior players to compete in State and National competitions. Please refer to the Little League Pathways for further information (Appendix 1).

Current Clubs:

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION PROGRAM

Redlands Baseball Club Incorporated (The Club) owes much of its success over the years to Formed in the 1995/1996 season, Redlands Baseball Club rose meteorically to international the support of its volunteer base, however, with the reality of modern day life reducing recognition within six years. This was largely due to the vision and collaboration of loyal club many people’s available time, the club has implemented a Volunteer Recognition Program to members, the Redland Shire Council and financial assistance from the Queensland encourage more people to volunteer and spread the load of running a successful club. Government. The main objectives of the Program include: Redlands Baseball Club, with two world-class fields, is a AAA standard lighted venue 1. Encouraging a larger number of volunteers to become involved in the running of complete with a modern clubhouse and indoor batting cages. Situated 25 kilometres the club, thereby, effectively tapping into the skills and talents of the club’s most southeast of Brisbane in natural bushland, the Redlands Baseball Facility was a host site for valuable asset; its people. the 2000 Olympic trials. Tested by world baseball teams from USA, Italy, the Netherlands and South Africa international recognition was firmly established. The venue hosts State and 2. Reducing the time required for each volunteer by dividing the tasks required to Australian Titles and is regularly used for club games. run the club into a larger number of more manageable jobs.

Redlands Baseball Club is a family oriented community-sporting club totally reliant on As well as lowering the individual workload, this also spreads the knowledge of volunteer support. Its aim is to promote participation at all levels and to develop a friendly running the club to a broader base to ensure that the club can continue in the healthy sporting club for the community to use and enjoy. The Club is grateful for generous future. financial assistance provided by its sponsors, as it does not rely on income from sources such as gaming machines. 3. Providing those who do not wish to volunteer a guilt‐free mechanism to contribute to the club without investing their time. The Management Committee welcomes new members and encourages all members together with the business and sporting community to take an active part in the upcoming baseball season. VOLUNTEER REBATE AND REWARD

Redlands Baseball Club supports the Codes of Conduct set by Baseball Australia. This amount is currently set at $100 per player. Each member has the opportunity to recoup the value of one pass by volunteering around the club (Canteen service is not

included). You may also possibly gain an extra reward depending on the role you fulfil.

VOLUNTEER ROLES

The various volunteer roles have been allocated to five (5) different bands, based on the approximate estimated workload attached to each role. Each band has been given a reward value. This value will be refunded to members who are successful in securing a volunteer role.

This additional reward will initially be allocated to reduce playing fees and uniform costs, with any leftover amount being paid in the form of a voucher to be spent in the canteen or at a Presentation Night. It is important to understand that these rewards are not attempting to pay the volunteer for all of their time invested; they could never do that. The rewards simply represent the club saying “thank you” to the volunteer for their efforts.

Details for the five (5) bands are attached and can also be found on the club’s website. Should you be interested in taking up a volunteer role for this season, please complete the Volunteer section of the registration form and our a committee member will contact you prior to the start of the season to give you the details for our Induction night.

A Volunteer Induction night will be held in the first week of training where we will run through the position descriptions, the Volunteer Agreement and the Club’s policies and procedures.

MEMBERSHIP FEES

Your Baseball registration/membership fees consist of four parts: Baseball Australia fee Baseball Queensland fee Fees payable to Baseball Australia and Baseball Queensland must be paid through the Brisbane South Baseball Association fee Online Membership Portal (pictured below). These fees must be paid in full by a credit card Redlands Baseball Club membership or debit visa/mastercard at the time of registration. This may be done at home or during our Sign-On Days. All of these fees combined cover the following costs: Public Liability Insurance Administration Costs Grounds Maintenance Club Maintenance Umpiring/Game Day Officials Voting Rights at club committee meetings Administration of the Pathways available to Players, Umpires, Coaches, Scorers Volunteer Recognition Payment Membership to a friendly, family oriented sports club. 2015-2016 Team Shirt

2015-2016 Membership Fees Aussie T-Ball (5-6Yrs) - $90.00 T-Ball U8 - $250.00 Rookie Ball U10 - $350.00 Little League U12 - $400.00 Junior League U14 - $420.00 Junior League U16 - $430.00 Junior League U18/U20 - $610.00 Senior League - $610.00 Masters League - $610.00

Please note: If paying full fees online, the 4.4% IMG admin fee will be added to the above costs.

There are now several ways to pay your fees depending on your player situation. a. Brand New Player registering for the first time. b. Returning players registering one member in a family. c. Returning players registering multiple members in a family. d. Any player applying for a Volunteer Rebate. e. Any player applying for a Get Started Voucher.

Please refer to the following instructions for information on each payment option.

For any families wishing to apply for a Payment Plan you must complete the club portion of your registration at the Sign-On Days.

Registration must be paid in full before commencement of the season. No registration means no insurance cover which means no taking the field.

BRAND NEW PLAYER REGISTERING FOR THE FIRST TIME Step 4: Select “Pay Now” if you are just registering yourself or your child. Or click “Add Another Registration” if you are a parent/caregiver registering as a Coach, Team Manager, Umpire or Scorer. Step 1: Select the age group you will be competing in and whether you are paying the Full Fees or just the BA/BQ portion. Then click “Next”.

RETURNING PLAYERS REGISTERING ONE MEMBER IN A FAMILY

Step 1: Click “Login” from the Membership Portal Main Menu. If you can’t remember your login details click on “Username & Password” or “Forgot Your Password” and you will be sent an email with your login details.

Step 2: Step through the registration process as above.  Select the age group and whether you are paying full fees or BA/BQ portion Step 2: Tick that you accept the National Terms and Baseball Queensland terms. Then only. click “Next”.  Confirm/Update your personal details  Click “Pay Now”

Step 3: Enter the personal details of the person registering. Then click “Next”. RETURNING PLAYERS REGISTERING MULTIPLE MEMBERS IN A FAMILY

Please select the BA/BQ fees only and come to one of our Sign-On Days to complete your club registration to ensure you are not overcharged for a family membership.

ANY PLAYER APPLYING FOR A GET STARTED VOUCHER

Please come to the club to process your full registration as the member portal is unable to process the Get Started Voucher.

ANY PLAYER APPLYING FOR A VOLUNTEER REBATE

Please select the BA/BQ fees only and come to one of our Sign-On Days to complete your club registration to ensure you received your rebate.

The Redlands Rays & You Redlands Baseball Club sincerely thanks the following community members for their continued support. Redlands Rays Baseball Club is currently experiencing a phenomenal growth in popularity. Advancements in all areas of development and infrastructure have resulted in an influx of Aussie T-Ball and junior players with more boys and girls signing up every year. Our training programs are producing quality players who are competing at championship level in every age group.

The Redlands Rays Baseball Club committee invite you to become a part of our exciting program by financially supporting our Senior and Junior Baseball Programs whilst enjoying advertising benefits.

The package includes:

 2400mm x 1220mm Sign to be displayed on the homerun fence of the Main Field  Advertising on our Website  Advertising opportunities in any Club Newsletters and on the Club Facebook Page.  2 tickets to the Senior Presentation Night or Bandits Club Night.

Your Commitment:

 $1500.00* for the first year. This includes the cost and placement of the sign  $1000.00* each year thereafter for the sign to remain displayed.  Supplying a company logo in format required by sign writer (as per attached)

Benefits to your business:

 BRAND AWARENESS: It is estimated that approximately 4000 people from all around Brisbane and South East Qld visit our club each year. This gives you exposure to a wide variety of customers and their connections.  CONNECTION AND CREDIBILITY: Club members support the people who support their club. Create long term relationships within our club community.  EXPOSURE: Advertise your business through our social media network. Eg. Facebook, Website, Newsletters, sponsors board in club house.

Please contact a committee member to register your business for this great opportunity.